There is a big difference between heat resistant and fire retardant paints. This section lists surface coating products that can withstand high temperatures, up-to 750°C, such as for BBQs, chimeys, pipes, vehicle exhaust pipes, and other metallic items.

Fire Protection Systems are new and exclusive to Rawlins Paints, where we will compile system 'packs' of fire retardant paints or intumescent coatings that contain basecoats and topcoats for interior or exterior use - saving you time looking for the best products to use in conjunction with one another.

Upgrade solid wood and timber doors so that they can provide up to 30 minutes of fire resistance. Our door upgrade kits include intumescent varnishes, to keep your current door's decor, or alternatively a decorative intumescent paint. Browse the full range and get more info, here.

Our flame retardant topcoats are most commonly used in two scenarios; 1. To finish and complete a fire retardant system, usually where a basecoat has been applied, or 2. Where an existing fire retardant system or item requires maintenance or re-decoration.

Fire retardant sprays are available at Rawlins Paints, for use on fabrics, rope, decorative textiles, upholstery and even artificial plants and Christmas trees. Each product comes with a technical data sheet, and full support is offered on 0113 245 5450.

Buy primers and reinforcement fleeces for roof coatings, ensuring good adhesion to the substrate, coverage of the topcoat and strength of the finished system. Used mainly on porous and friable roof surfaces or where damage has occurred to prevent leaks and where optimum protection, waterproofing and longevity is required.

Emergency roof repair products allow the user to repair leaking roofs in all weather conditions! Cost effective and easy to apply, they are an ideal solution - even in rain and snow! Products include emergency waterproofing kits, leak stopping aerosols and roof paints that can be applied under water.

Our waterproof paint systems for flat and pitched roofs provide up to 25 years protection for felt, concrete, timber, asbestos, and more. The products are easy to apply and involve no hot works - making them safe for the user and building. Please check each product for flat roof or pitched roof suitability, or contact our technical support team.

Reflective paint coatings will extend the life of your roof in three ways: by reflecting sunlight away from the surface and therefore reducing heat transfer into the building, by decreasing thermal contraction and expansion of the roof membrane, and by helping to manage and stop leaks. Solar reflective paint can help to lessen energy costs and simply improve the aesthetics of the roof.

Buy gutter repair products for box, valley and other industrial guttering located in eaves and central valleys. These specialist gutter lining products are waterproofing and UV resistant, protecting surfaces for up-to 20 years.

Ensure maximum adhesion and optimum coverage with our primers or keep the look of your floor with our clear concrete sealers. Floor primers are often overlooked due to lack of time or cost for the project but they rarely work out to be that expensive and they can save a great deal of time in the long run.

Medium-use floor paints are intended for lower wear/traffic areas than their heavy-use counterparts. With no major preparation or specialist application skills required, the floor paints in this section are suitable for traffic such as wheelchairs, hospital/care-home beds, bicycles, storage bins/cages, heavy foot fall, etc.

Epoxy paints are hard wearing, economical coatings, most commonly used to finish concrete floors as they offer excellent chemical and water resistance – making them ideal for large-scale, industrial usage.

Rawlins Paints stock a comprehensive range of high build, quick drying line marking paints, suitable for marking roads, warehouse floors, runways, schools, car parks and much more. We have a mix of thermoplastic lines, line marking aerosols and chlorinated rubbers for road marking on a variety of surfaces.

The most common way of making any floor paint anti-slip is to use an anti-slip additive and either add it the floor paint before application or scatter it on to the first coat and apply a second coat of floor paint to sandwich the aggregate in.

Anti-static floor systems are business critical coatings for industrial and manufacturing plants. These specialist coatings from SikaFloor safely dissipate the electro-static discharge spark, which can pose a serious threat to electronic components and plant machinery.

If you need to rejuvenate and restore tired and worn asphalt and tarmac driveway surfaces, car-parks, warehouse floors and pedestrian walkways, balconies, playgrounds and roads, then browse Rawlins Paints' range of tarmac paints and coatings. Please contact us for further product and technical support.

Get the best rejuvenated, renovated and repaired concrete and cement floor finishes, with this excellent range of garage floor paints. Designed for MOT centres, commercial workshops, warehouses and garage repair centres.

Anti-slip paint, non-slip paint, anti-slip coatings, exterior floor paint and non-slip coatings are among many treatments that can be used to make surfaces safe for pedestrians and workers. Whether you need to treat interior or exterior wood, metal, concrete or asphalt, there are cost-effective products in our portfolio to help.

A range of self adhesive anti-slip tape, anti-slip treads and anti-slip tread rolls complete with cleaners, primers, and edge sealer. Available in a range of colours, they provide an instant safe surface with the added advantage of being extremely cost effective.

It is your responsibility to read the Product Data Sheets (available below) before you place an order and prior to application of the product. The content of this website is our best recommendation and is not advice. Coverage rates quoted are approximate, you agree that coverage depends on the condition of the substrate, surface absorption, texture and application method. We ALWAYS recommend a trial area is coated to ensure the product meets your requirements before use.

Technical Data

Application

Brush, Roller

The figures stated above are approximate. Please ensure you refer to all datasheets for full application information.

Download

Customer agrees that before placing an Order, Customer has read and understood the most up to date Product Data Sheet for the Product. Where we have access to the Product Data Sheet from the manufacturer, we will either provide a copy on request, or include a link to the Product Data Sheet available on the manufacturer’s website. Customer further agrees that we have no liability for any errors or omissions contained within the Product Data Sheets. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions of Sale.

Questions

Could this paint be used on finished cupboards/cabinets? Any need to sand or prime first?

Answer:

Assuming by finished you mean a melamine surface - Yes, Rust-Oleum Universal All Surface Paint (Brush) could be applied directly to clean melamine surfaces and will provide a reasonably durable finish.

I have a shower with a raised tray, the gap between the tray and floor is filled with a plastic panel. This panel has yellowed a little over time and its colour no longer matches the still very white shower tray. I can not get a replacement for the olastic panel and am now thinking of painting it. Would the "Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush)" in White Gloss or White Satin be a suitable product?

Answer:

We assume this panel is on the outside of the shower and will only get the odd splash of water. We would not recommend any of our products for the interior of a shower enclosure.

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) white paint will yellow over time and therefore may not be suitable. Zinsser AllCoat Exterior Gloss or Satin (Water Based) could be used instead. These are both non yellowing coatings and can be applied directly to the clean prepared surface.

Wash down to take off any soap residues, lightly abrade with a fine grade of sandpaper then apply 2 coats of either AllCoat product.

hilda on 26/01/2018

Question:

Does this paint give good results on kitchen tiles and can it go next to the electric cooker?

Answer:

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) can be used on kitchen wall tiles. It will also be safe next to a cooker however any splashes of cooking fats and oils are likely to mark the coating. They should be wiped off immediately using a soft damp cloth. Do not use strong cleaning materials on the paint as they will damage the paint. Surfaces must be clean and free from kitchen grease etc. The Universal can then be applied directly to the tiles.

Noelle Byrnes on 14/01/2018

Question: Hi. Can I use this on a pine floor? I want to paint over varnish and I want a sheen on the floor but the chalk paint is matt. Or is there a top coat that I can put on the chalk paint to make it glossy? Thanks, Noelle.

Answer:

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) CANNOT be used on floors, it is not durable enough and will cause issues with the floor.

Abrade the varnish surface with a fine grade of sandpaper then apply 2 coats of Blackfriar Professional Acrylic Floor Paint directly. It is not advisable to apply a clear varnish over Rust-Oleum Chalky Finish Floor Paint, as a varnish may not adhere.

Shelley Daniels on 03/11/2017

Question: Can I use Rustoleum All-Surface Paint on a gas fire metal trim and front grate? Thank you

Answer:

These products would not be recommended for use for this application and we do not have anything that would be.

Elaine on 20/10/2017

Question: Hi. Do these colours mix? I would like a paler version of the thyme and more matt. Could I achieve this by mixing it with the appropriate amount of white matt? Thanks,

Answer:

The paints will be compatible however it can be risky mixing colours with white, sometimes they won’t mix in completely and you get a sort of separation when you apply the paint. If you want to try it would be at your own risk.

Elaine on 20/10/2017

Question: Hi. I want to paint some bamboo effect plastic screening to hide an ugly fence outside. I want to use your duck egg in satin (unless it comes in matt, which would be even better.) The coat doesn't have to be thick or even as climbers will cover most of it, but I want a hint of the duckegg showing between the plants. The total area of screening would be 20m by 2m, so quite a big job. Is this paint suitable, would it just need one coat and could I thin it to give more of a wash effect, if need be? https://www.primrose.co.uk/40m-20m-split-bamboo-artificial-screening-papillon-p-23902.html?cPath=318_2315_12370

Answer:

We have taken a look at the link but it doesn’t say what type of plastic the screens are made of. Assuming it is uPVC or similar the Universal Brush product may be OK to go straight on. It may be worth doing a test to see if it goes on OK.

Thinning it down to put a wash coat on may not be such a good idea, a thin layer is not going to last very long when exposed to the weather. You also ask how many coats should be applied, we would recommend 2 for best performance, this will obviously give a solid colour and not a wash effect.

Gary Holder on 17/09/2017

Question: I have applied Rustoleum All Surface paint Dark Grey Gloss paint using a small foam roller to some new laminate cupboard doors. I followed instructions and made sure the surfaces were clean and dry before painting. The surfaces have dried covered with small air bubbles. I'm not sure why this happened and how to remedy the situation. I have used foam rollers with satin paint on mdf in the past and have had excellent results. Please help.

Answer:

This will be due to a reaction between the foam roller and the paint. There are a number of factors which can cause this and several different options for reducing and eliminating them.

A short pile mohair type roller may eliminate the small bubbles. If you see these bubbles when you are applying any paint you can lay off with a brush while the paint is still wet to eliminate them. A very small addition of white spirit to the paint to thin it down may also help when using a foam roller.

The bubbles will need to be sanded back to remove them then reapply the product following the above guidance.

Asif Khan on 13/09/2017

Question: I have a wooden ceiling in the Kitchen, can I use this paint and could it withstand the environment of the Kitchen?

Can I use Rustoleum all purpose on MDF on Bath side panels? Colour is white

Thanks Asif

Answer:

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) could be used for both applications however you haven't said if there is a coating on either surface already.

If there is a previous coating then the Universal can go straight on provided surfaces are clean, if bare then a primer would be recommended although not essential. By priming the surface you will get better coverage and performance in these 2 environments. Zinsser B-I-N for the kitchen and Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 for the MDF in the bathroom.

Note: The Universal will yellow with age and a more suitable, non-yellowing product would be Zinsser Perma-White Interior. This product is suitable for use in bathrooms and kitchens however it is not available in gloss.

Paul on 16/06/2017

Question: Can this product be used on a uPVC door overhang?

Answer:

Yes Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) is suitable for most plastics and this would include uPVC.

If it is weathered a good wash down will be suitable preparation, then apply 2 coats of Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush).

Abi on 04/06/2017

Question: Could I use this as a primer for other paints?

Answer:

No, you'd be better choosing a dedicated primer for your substrate. If you're unsure of what to use, speak to our Technical Department on 0113 2455450.

BJ on 23/05/2017

Question: Is it possible to spray this product with my 'Wagner 565' spray kit, applying to laminate cupboards and countertop?

Answer:

No. Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) would be suitable for the cupboard doors but not countertops. For countertops Rust-Oleum Worktop Transformation Kit must be used. Both products are designed to be applied by brush/roller and leave good finishes.

Jill on 05/02/2017

Question: Can I use this to cover my shower base? I have tried recommended shower base paint with little effect.

Question: I am looking for a range of colours for painting toys that are safe for children. I particularly am look for a range of blues

Answer:

At the time of writing this response we offer the following products that are certified as “Toy Safe”, subject to Toy Standard Testing: BS EN 71-3: 2013 + A1:2014, Migration of Certain Elements.

Rust-Oleum Painters Touch Craft Enamel (Spray)

Rust-Oleum Painters Touch (Brush)

Rust-Oleum Painters Touch (Small Brush Pot)

Rust-Oleum Satin Finish Furniture Paint

Rust-Oleum Gloss Finish Furniture Paint

Rust-Oleum Furniture Lacquer

Rust-Oleum Metallic (Brush)

Rust-Oleum Glitter (Rainbow Spray)

Rust-Oleum Glitter (Brush)

Rust-Oleum Glow in the Dark (Brush)

Rust-Oleum Neon (Brush)

Rust-Oleum Neon (Spray)

Rust-Oleum Flexible Fabric Paint

Rust-Oleum Surface Primer (150ml)

Rust-Oleum Clear Sealer (Brush)

Carole on 13/09/2016

Question: Is this paint heat resistant and can it be used to paint a wooden fire surround?

Answer:

Yes the Universal can be used for this application, it will take this level of heat but if you chose a light colour it will yellow with age quite quickly. A water based product like Zinsser Perma-White Interior would give a non yellowing finish.

Greg on 11/08/2016

Question: I just used this paint on the linoneum floor and vinyl floor tiles. Have I used the wrong product? i.e. fire resistance / traction. If so what can I do to remedy this? Remove ? Apply another product directly over the top?

It looked pretty good finish to me - but someone was complaining about it from the fire resistance angle..

Answer:

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) is not for use on floors and offer no level of fire protection or slip resistance. We do not offer any floor coatings that can be used on linoleum or vinyl tiles so cannot offer an alternative.

Shirley Pearson on 02/08/2016

Question: Can I use Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint to paint my fridge?

Answer:

The best product for this application would be the Rust-Oleum Appliance Enamel which is available in White or Stainless Steel colours.

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) will probably be OK but if you choose to use this instead of the Appliance Enamel we would recommend trying a test area first to see if it dries OK.

sarah on 01/08/2016

Question: is this suitable for formica kitchen work surfaces?

Answer:

No, the only product we offer for formica worktops is the Rust-Oleum Worktop Transformation Kit available in Galaxy Black or Diamond White. Kitchen worktops are a very abrasive environment, specialist paints are required to withstand this sort of treatment.

Emma on 22/07/2016

Question: Do I need to use a top coat or varnish to weatherproof painted items that will be outside?

Answer: Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint is suitable for exterior use and does not require a protective top coat. An additional coat of the Universal paint will give extended durability due to the thicker paint layer applied.

stuart DuHeaume on 13/07/2016

Question: hi would i be able to apply Rust-Oleum to the paint surface of my van roof . regards stuart

Answer: Yes.

Kim on 22/01/2016

Question:

I used Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) to paint wooden furniture, including the top of a coffee table. Do I need to finish these with varnish?

Answer:

You can use Rust-Oleum Clear Sealer (Brush) or Rust-Oleum Crystal Clear to seal, protect and enhance the items you've painted.

Gail on 20/10/2015

Question:

Can Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) be used on melamine furniture?

Answer:

Yes.

Heather Anderson on 19/10/2015

Question:

Hi, can you use Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) on a laminate worktop?

Is Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint (Brush) suitable for painting old tyres to be used as a seat?

Answer:

No, being solvent based it is likely to dissolve compounds in the rubber causing staining to come through the paint. The best solution would be to try priming with Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 then finish with Rust-Oleum Painters Touch (Brush).

Karen Oxborough on 08/06/2015

Question:

Can I use Rust-Oleum Universal All Surface Paint for an exterior porch and step?

Answer:

Rust-Oleum Universal All-Surface Paint can be used internally and externally so will be fine to use on your porch but it is not intended for floors where it will receive foot traffic so it isn't going to be suitable for your step. You can take a look at our floor paints and choose a suitable product, something like Blackfriar Anti-Slip Step Paint would be ideal.

Barbara Thomas on 27/05/2015

Question:

I want a paint for a plastic garden shed. Is Rust-Oleum Universal All Surface Paint suitable?

Answer:

Yes, Rust-Oleum Universal All Surface Paint would be ideal for the job. Simply clean down the plastic surface and lightly abrade with a fine grit sandpaper to remove any shine, then apply Rust-Oleum Universal All Surface Paint in the chosen colour.

Question about the product

Free delivery

Low trade prices

Our best trade prices on everything!

Technical Advice

Fast FREE Technical Advice for Products & Projects

Click & collect

Order and collect from our Leeds based trade store.

Colour reproduction of the Products on the Site is limited by the technology used to deliver web pages and by the colour representation of Customer’s own monitor and computer set-up. We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colours of our Products but we cannot guarantee that the colour shown on Customer’s monitor’s display will accurately reflect the colour of the Product on delivery. We recommend that Customer first purchases the smallest Product available or access an industry standard colour chart in person (and not digitally) to ensure that the colour is acceptable for its purposes. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions of Sale.